A young woman's search for her true identity led her halfway around the world-to the Philippines-a country she knew nothing about; a country she could have called her own. As Marissa Maiers searches for the truth, Eva Carino succumbs to the thought that she may never see the child she gave up twenty-one years ago. On the other side of the world, the strokes of an artist's paintbrush bring back to life the very woman he is trying to let go. Portrait of a Young Woman is a delightful and refreshing tale of sacrifice, unspoken passion and enduring love during the bygone era of American military presence in the Philippines.

“It is a very tender love story, one I wished to keep reading yet didn’t want to finish.” - Ȧine M., Ireland.

“I was glued to the couch as I was reading your book. The story is very moving and the ending is comforting…liked it very much!” – Aloha B., Toronto, ON.

“…What a lovely story! My tears keep dropping while I’m reading…so brilliant!!! I would recommend the book to all my friends who love reading books…” – Lowela C., U.K.